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XWR 709L

1971 MG Bgt

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2020
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

52,630 mi
Last recorded52,630 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2019
Typical for 1971 MG Bgt35,876 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWR 709L
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2019 52,630 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 52,600 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 52,576 miles

BUMP-STOP CONTACT PLATE MISSING N/S/R

CANVAS AXLE RESTRAINT BROKEN O/S/R

LIFT IN O/S/F UPRIGHT

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

PARK BRAKE RELAY ARM PARTIALLY SEIZED ON AXLE

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 9 Oct 2014 52,576 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

BUMP-STOP CONTACT PLATE MISSING N/S/R

CANVAS AXLE RESTRAINT BROKEN O/S/R

LIFT IN O/S/F UPRIGHT

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

PARK BRAKE RELAY ARM PARTIALLY SEIZED ON AXLE

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 52,368 miles

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 16 Apr 2010 52,366 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 3 Nov 2006 52,210 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2006 52,185 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

How Reliable is the MG Bgt?

Based on 23,228 MOT tests across 2,267 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
436
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
2,267
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 671
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 659
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 598
brake binding 597
Steering rack gaiter split 538
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XWR 709L is a 1971 MG Bgt in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1971 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 35,876 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG Bgt fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 671 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XWR 709L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Bgt typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this MG Bgt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XWR 709L?

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What year was XWR 709L registered?

XWR 709L is a 1971 MG Bgt, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is XWR 709L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWR 709L shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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